Jerald
boy name#4050 in 2025Jerald entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #223 in 1942, ranks #4050 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
#4050
rank today
#223
peak (1942)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #987 |
| 1920s | #637 |
| 1930s | #315 |
| 1940s | #254 |
| 1950s | #326 |
| 1960s | #385 |
| 1970s | #517 |
| 1980s | #708 |
| 1990s | #1090 |
| 2000s | #1940 |
| 2010s | #3029 |
| 2020s | #3935 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jerald has been most popular in TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 16,500 people named Jerald are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jerald alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jerald in 2025?
- Jerald ranks #4050 among US boy names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jerald most popular?
- Jerald peaked in 1942, reaching #223 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jerald with classmates?
- Jerald will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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